The american pit bull terrier photo album this is a hard cover 152 page book by t. Read wallaces full story in the book wallace the underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a. Wallace the pit bull went against the negative myths and stereotypes surrounding pit bulls to become one of the best frisbee dogs in the world. He won many competitive disc championships, which meants appearances on. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bullsone flying disc at a time by jim gorant at.
While on his honeymoon, roo learned that wallace was about to be put down. Readers of gorants book will want to jump up and whoop, good dog. Weve recently started wallace the pit bull foundation to continue to help homeless dogs in their honor. In memory of wallace the pit bull bless the bullys. Wallace the pit bull tribute to a legendary frisbee dog. Great pedigree information, along with rare photographs.
Wallace and hector, along with adopter yori, are on a mission to change the often negative stereotypes of pit bull type dogs. Wallace did, however, start the world and dogevals on a pit bull reading frenzy, a total love affair. It took 2 terminal cancers to eventually take his life on 823. Read all about wallaces rise from unwanted shelter dog to champion. Aug 26, 20 wallace became one of the best disc dogs in the world, regardless of breed. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage. We offered free photo shoots for pit bulls as part of our pit bull picture project, a few months back and they book a spot for a pup to be named later.
Pit bull stories story of the old family red nose pit bull. Wallace wasnt doing well in the shelter environment. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the american pit bull terrier breed. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time by jim. The information on red, red nose pit bulls comes from page 83 of richard strattons 1977 book on the american pitbull this is the american pit bull terrier. This is a reprint of some issues of the pit bull fancier magazine 1925 1926 1927. He was found as a stray and turned into the humane society. This book is a page turner for people who dont even like to read. Andrew roo yori, a scientist and shelter volunteer, could tell immediately that wallace was something special.
The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time. Read wallaces full story in the book wallace the underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time. Also some issues of the american bull terrier magazine 1926. All proceeds benefit wallace the pit bull foundation. Pit bull types pbts have always been tied for our second most favorite dogs along with rottweilers first come golden retrievers and labs, but, somehow the magic isnt there in wallace. The results of his dedication to the breed is still apparent and appreciated in the modern day american pit bull terrier. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bullsone flying disc at a time autographed by yori. The incredible story of wallace and hector, pit bull brothers turned breed ambassadors. Wallace s body is no longer with us, but his spirit and legacy live on. With a wag and a woof, this book invites readers to meet the devoted american pit bull terrier. Aug 01, 2012 in wallace, gorant introduces us to another pit bull. A scientist and shelter volunteer, roo could immediately see that wallace was something special. The first five attendees at the reception will receive a free copy of the new book wallace. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Wallace the pit bull foundation was created to improve the lives of dogs, and the people who help them. But in the summer of 2005, he was living in a shelter, a refugee from a suspicious pit bullbreeding operation. He stated that he never sold dogs as a matter of personal principle. He was given up by that owner and in 2005, was rescued from an animal shelter in rochester, minnesota, where he was at risk for euthanasia. Mar 07, 2010 wallace is a rescued american pit bull terrier. As a puppy, wallace was rescued from a closed puppy mill and adopted by a police officer. While on our trip to colorado, we met wallace, who is adoptable from underdogs animal rescue of colorado. Visit to learn more and consider donating for a great cause. Over the years as a breeder, bob wallace was known to sell less than a dozen dogs. Celebridogs wallace and hector celebrate national pit bull.
Can you tell us about how wallace came into your family. In fact it is the second best true story dog book that i have read, and i have read a lot of them. Many were intimidated by him, and some thought he should be euthanized. This dog starts life in a home where his future is unknown perhaps to be sold as a fighting dog, or perhaps to end up as a bait dog. Gorants the lost dogs compelling and surprisingly elegant book tells the story of wallace, a pit bull with a bad reputation who transforms with the love of a young couple. Oct 24, 2012 wallace and hector, along with adopter yori, are on a mission to change the often negative stereotypes of pit bull type dogs. Wallace started life as a pit bull puppy destined for the shady underworld of dog fighting, but through a series of divine interventions landed in a shelter in rochester, mn where he was named after a nba player best known for his bad attitude. Wallace the champion disc dog stars in jim gorants new book. Wallace went from shelter dog to champion frisbee dog. Stubbydog chats with wallace the pit bulls guardian roo yori about wallace the book. But wallace the pit bull, subject of the new book wallace. The incredible story of wallace and hector, pit bull brothers. Wallace the pit bull passes on, but his story lives on.
Wallaces body is no longer with us, but his spirit and legacy live on. If you have been reading up on red american pitbull puppies, any book from richard stratton makes for a good read on the red nose pitbull, or pit bulls in general. Our educational and informational discussion forum about the american pit bull terrier and all other bull breeds is a venue for members to discuss topics, share ideas and come together with the common goal to preserve and promote our canine breed of choice. Gorant, who is normally a sports writer, had built up quite a dog loving following because of the lost dogs and was looking for a follow up. Lessons from wall streets champion trader by schwartz, martin isbn. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed a breed one flying disc at a time, by jim gorant, isnt just. I like this book because it shows the rich history of the american pit bull terrier. Wallace was a white pit bull who became a world champion disc dog. Wallace became one of the best disc dogs in the world, regardless of breed. I enjoyed this book due to the fact that i have a pitbull dog. If you have been reading up on red american pitbull puppies, any book from richard stratton makes for a. Wallace wants to be your marco brolo agoldphoto pet. Specifically this particular line of the breed dating back well over 100 years. Wallace wants to be your marco brolo agoldphoto pet photography.
He was the first pit bull to win a national and world championship in the sport of canine flying disc. The author of the new york times bestseller the lost dogs shares the heartwarming tale of one plucky, unwanted pit bull who achieved international celebrity. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time jim gorant on. In wallace, gorant introduces us to another pit bull. He became one of the most successful disc dogs a super athletic frisbee sport for dogs in the world, and was an ambassador for his breed in the midst of it all. The author of the new york times bestseller the lost dogs shares the heartwarming tale of one plucky, unwanted pit bull who achieved.
He was the first pit bull to win a national title in any event at the purina incredible dog challenge. Aug 31, 2016 wallace did, however, start the world and dogevals on a pit bull reading frenzy, a total love affair. Wallace was a white pit bull who became a world champion disc dog life and career. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time by jim gorant 4. He won many competitive disc championships, which meants appearances on espn2, animal planet, and other channels. American pit bull terrier books all about the history of. Unfortunately, because of its high energy level and breed pit bulls or pit bull type dogs the dog never makes it into a forever home. The media began doing positive stories about him as a pit bull. History of ofrred nose pitbullred nose pitbull kennels. Wallace the pit bull was abandoned at a shelter and nearly euthanized because of his misread behavioral problems before he was adopted by a spectacular couple who saw his potential. One of the best things about this book is the pictures. Wallace the pit bull the yoris adopted wallace from an animal shelter in 2005.
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